Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) - Ambulatory Float Pool in the Harrisonburg, Waynesboro and Stuarts Draft area

Offering a competitive sign on bonus to the hired candidate. Please discuss with the hiring manager or recruiter for more details.

Responsible for providing direct patient care, ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans, and providing general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure, and competency to promote patient health and wellness. This position requires providing services to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This role is designated as a float position and requires regular travel between multiple clinic locations to support operational and patient care needs. Flexibility in scheduling and location assignment is required.

• Assist the registered nurse and/or provider through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure
• Organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient’s needs as directed by the registered nurse/provider.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of care given in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
• Provide ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans developed by the Provider/RN based on identified health and education needs and the condition and age of the patient.
• Provides a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• Travels between assigned clinic locations to provide coverage and maintain continuity of care as needed
• In addition to other job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: The pay range for this role is $24.24 - $38.78 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (LPN)

Education:

• Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program.
  
• Experience: 1-2 years in Ambulatory outpatient primary care or specialty care setting
  
• EPIC experience preferred
  

Licensure:

• Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding.
  
• American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20-50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious diseases

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (CMA)

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
  
• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification required.
  

Experience:

• 1-2 years in Ambulatory outpatient primary care or specialty care setting
  
• Experience with EPIC preferred.
  

Licensure:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

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